What should a family member do when a loved one is lost in a fatal car accident caused by someone else’s negligence? My name is Rivers Morrell, and after more than 40 years of experience in these cases it is impossible to describe the impact of a wrongful death on the family. The sudden unexpected loss leaves important legal questions for the victim’s family, such as:
How is our family going to make it through the loss of income?
Who is responsible and how do we hold them financially accountable for our loss?
What action should we take, and how will this process work?
To whom should we trust our family’s case?
In California, the loss of your family member due to another’s negligence is known as a “wrongful death.” The family should bring a wrongful death lawsuit, and California limits the time frame available for bringing their case forward. Wrongful death accidents often require substantial investigation, especially when the accident was the result of a commercial truck, a DUI or when the insurance company attempts to argue that the victim contributed to the cause of the accident.
I invite you to review the words of our clients, and the recommendations of the legal industry. When a loved one is lost in a fatal car accident your family deserves the best representation available, and there is a considerable difference in personal injury attorneys. It is important for your wrongful death lawyer to have a strong track record in successful trial verdicts. All insurance companies keep detailed records on personal injury lawyers, and monitor which attorneys are skilled and successful in trial work. If an attorney has never taken a case to trial, the insurance company knows they will often settle for much less than the full and fair compensation your family deserves.
We handle all communications relating to your loved one’s wrongful death case, including all correspondence with insurance and Court personnel. We keep you informed every step of the way, and our clients appreciate our availability and responsiveness. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal car accident we invite you to contact us or call today for a free and substantive consultation at (949)305-1400. There is no cost out of pocket for your family, as our representation and fees are covered on a contingency fee basis.
